The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited
Also known as: Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited
Helping people experiencing loneliness and social exclusion by providing volunteering and employment opportunities through the preservation of historic wooden canal boats, boat recycling trips and a charity shop. Offering wellbeing breaks for disadvantaged people and those with depression or mental illness. Preserving traditional boat building skills and the heritage surrounding these boats.
Activities & Mission
Helping people experiencing loneliness and social exclusion by providing volunteering and employment opportunities through the preservation of historic wooden canal boats, boat recycling trips and a charity shop. Offering wellbeing breaks for disadvantaged people and those with depression or mental illness. Preserving traditional boat building skills and the heritage surrounding these boats.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £49,980 | £59,948 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £77,142 | £66,050 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £68,281 | £65,446 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2021 | £77,403 | £19,176 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2020 | £51,534 | £12,125 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited
What does The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited do?
Helping people experiencing loneliness and social exclusion by providing volunteering and employment opportunities through the preservation of historic wooden canal boats, boat recycling trips and a charity shop. Offering wellbeing breaks for disadvantaged people and those with depression or mental illness. Preserving traditional boat building skills and the heritage surrounding these boats.
How much income did The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited report in 2024?
The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited reported total income of £50k and reported expenditure of £60k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited registered as a charity?
The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 May 1998 as charity number 1069820. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited?
The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited operate?
The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited operates across 10 areas, including Bolton, Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Wooden Canal Boat Society Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1069820.
Details
Ashton under Lyne
Greater Manchester
OL6 7PS
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- 14 May 2026
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